New Zealand Awaits: Discover the Marvels and Magnificent Charms of the Country!
New Zealand has a plethora of distinctive attractions and natural wonders that establish it as one of the world's most popular tourist destinations.
Land of the Long White Cloud
The Maori name for New Zealand, Aotearoa, translates to "Land of the Long White Cloud," which describes its magnificent vistas and rich indigenous culture that pervades everyday life.
Sheep Sightings Everywhere
With around ten sheep per person, New Zealand's green landscape and farming history define the nation's rural beauty, so sheep sightings are included in any visit.
Beaches Never Far Away
No point in New Zealand is farther than 128 km from the sea, and thus tourists can readily surf on beach fronts and ski on sea mountains in a single day of adventure.
Adventure Capital: Home of Bungee Jumping
Queenstown invented the world's first commercial bungee jump and is still a paradise for adventurers, with activities such as:
Southernmost Capital City
Wellington, the world's southernmost capital city, is filled with lively arts, Māori culture, film history from Lord of the Rings, and harbor scenery.
Safest Hiking Trails
New Zealand is famous for unspoiled landscapes and secure trekking—there are no snakes or big predators, so walks through rainforests, mountains, and geothermal reserves are particularly appealing.
Nature & Wildlife
New Zealand is renowned for its magnificent wildlife, with its legendary kiwi bird, its unusual creatures such as the flightless kākāpō parrot, and its rare sea creatures exclusive to its untouched natural reserves.
Cuisine & Nightlife
New Zealand's food mixes fresh fish, lamb, Māori hangi banquets, and fine wines, and its nightlife revels in busy cities such as Auckland and Wellington with fashionable bars and lively music scenes.
